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title: "IPMO 1983.02 - Spectrometrics"
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# IPMO 1983.02 - Spectrometrics

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0b11bd43-2f8e-4e18-a05a-b0084cd2c65a

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, based in Salisbury, England, has completed the procurement process for acquiring five Optic 4 inlets intended for Gas Chromatography equipment under the title "IPMO 1983.02 - Spectrometrics." This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Undertaken through an open procedure below the threshold, the procurement concluded with an award to Spectrometrics Limited on 31st March 2025. The contract period extends from 31st March 2025 to 30th June 2025, with a total value of GBP 68,250. This tender was suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, and it highlights the proactive procurement approach adopted to support diverse business participation.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and scientific equipment manufacturing, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio with government contracts. The successful award to an SME like Spectrometrics Limited exemplifies the opportunities available within public procurement, encouraging similar enterprises to engage in such competitive processes. Companies experienced in manufacturing precision instruments and those with a strong track record in supplying to governmental bodies would find such tenders particularly relevant to substantiate their growth strategies. The procurement highlights the significance of innovation in delivering critical scientific tools, reinforcing business growth in the high-value manufacturing sector.

## Notice

Procurement of 5x Optic 4 inlets for Gas Chromatography equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e3f113b-4ced-446e-932a-39cecb3f05f6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £68,250 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £68,250 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECTROMETRICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2025 at 08:55 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e3f113b-4ced-446e-932a-39cecb3f05f6
- 28 Apr 2025 at 15:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e3f113b-4ced-446e-932a-39cecb3f05f6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e3f113b-4ced-446e-932a-39cecb3f05f6
  29th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/140ae468-a160-47b0-963a-ca5a125fa51b
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/30798764-0697-43d2-9f1c-eebada3d9e11

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